Physical Therapy Assistant - Cascade Valley Hospital - Per Diem

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Job description

Per Diem Position Located at Cascade Valley Hospital

Essential Functions:

Administer physical therapy treatments under the direction of the Physical Therapist.
Administer active and passive manual exercises and modality treatments to improve and maintain patient function.
Operate treatment devices in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and SRH policies and procedures.
Instruct and assist patients in performance of various physical activities and use of supportive devices.
Evaluate patient response and report findings to Physical Therapist.
Document patient treatment, response and progress in patient medical records and field charts in an accurate and timely manner.
Discharge and transfer patients as per established policies and procedures.
Coordinate patient care with appropriate services.
Identifies and acts appropriately in code situations as per established protocols.
Maintain ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office (Outlook) and department specific software applications to perform work.
Communicate effectively and cooperatively in the workplace.
Actively contribute to the achievement of Quality Improvement and Lean Process Improvement activities.
Complete all mandatory learning requirements in a timely manner. Maintain current licensure and/or certification as required.
Attend and actively participate in all department, team and/or committee meetings.
Comply with all Skagit Regional Health, department and location specific policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor or designee.

Education:
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.

Experience/Training:
Minimum six (6) months related experience preferred.

License/Certifications:
Current Washington State Physical Therapy Assistant required. Current
American Heart Association (AHA) healthcare BLS certification required.

Skagit Regional Health offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 457b/401a (retirement), long term disability, and paid time off to all employees holding an FTE of 20 or more hours per week. Eligible employees also receive sick time pay.

Pay: $25.33 - $37.99 per hour

Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Medical Specialty:
Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift

Work Location: In person

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